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In Memphis: More than a Garbage Strike

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Introduction
The Strike
The "Sit-In"
The February 23 March
Demonstrations
City Council Meeting - February 27
Legal Actions
Legislative Action
The Issues
The Police
A Coalition?
Outcome in Doubt
Tragedy Waiting in the Wings

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Nurses
Retirees
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